# FlowFuse Open Source Tier Resource Limits

> FlowFuse's Open Source tier resource limits: the first 5 Node-RED runtimes are now part of the open-source tier going forward.

Today, with the latest FlowFuse release, an important change was made that
updates the resource limits for our open-source, self-managed FlowFuse server
tier. This change does not affect FlowFuse Cloud users in any way.

## New Open Source Tier Resource Limits

The new limit for the number of Node-RED runtimes on the Open Source tier is 5.
These 5 instances can be distributed across a maximum of 5 teams. This revised
structure allows for the development of your initial FlowFuse and Node-RED
solutions, providing a clear understanding of how FlowFuse can enhance your
organization's workflows. Upgrading to a Team or Enterprise tier license unlocks
the full potential of FlowFuse and grants access to our dedicated support team.

## Why the Change?

Here at FlowFuse, we're committed to providing a great experience for all our
users, including those utilizing our free, open-source tier.  We
initially designed this tier to offer a platform for small organizations and
larger teams to explore FlowFuse's capabilities without needing our direct
involvement. However, we've observed instances where the Open Source tier's free
limits were being used to run very large deployments and even entire sites.

While support is a key benefit we offer to paying customers, we believe everyone
deserves a positive FlowFuse experience. As such, we're adjusting the resource
limits to better align with the Open Source tier's intended purpose and allow the
company to continue to invest in the Open Source tier.

## Transitioning Users

If you're currently impacted by these resource limit changes, we want to ensure
a smooth transition. We're offering a complimentary 1-year Enterprise license to
affected users. To claim your license, simply email [support@flowfuse.com](mailto:support@flowfuse.com) with
the IP address your server has used to send telemetry data (if available) and a
screenshot of your admin panel so we can match the currently usage with the new
license.

We appreciate your understanding and continued support. If you have any
questions regarding this update, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team
at [support@flowfuse.com](mailto:support@flowfuse.com).